A Day in the Life of an Occupational Therapist

Occupational therapists evaluate and treat people who have injuries, illnesses or disabilities. They help their patients meet goals to develop, recover,…

Why Quality Sleep is Key for Children's Health and Ways to Get More

March 15 marks World Sleep Day — a great time to emphasize the significance of children’s sleep wellness, as research shows high-quality sleep is crucial for…

Couple gives back to show appreciation for doctors and nurses of Congenital Heart Center

Followed by a rolling cart loaded with bags of stuffed animals, dolls, books and more, Jacob and Donyia Sameck easily navigated the familiar hallways of UF…

UF Health Expert Answers FAQs on Ear Foreign Bodies

Children seem to have a fascination with putting objects into their ears. Whether it’s a marble, bead, cotton swab, pencil or even a bug, objects can easily…

Water Safety in the Summer

Summer in Florida usually means high temperatures. To beat the Florida heat, many of us will enjoy excursions to the pool, lake, beach or natural springs with…

Vehicle Heat Safety for Children

Unfortunately, child deaths and heat-related illness, like dying from heatstroke in a hot car, increase during summer. Since 1998, more than 950 children have…

Oral Health and Back to School: Insights From UF Health’s Dr. Olga Ensz

Good oral health isn't just about flashing a winning smile. It's foundational to overall wellness. With kids still settling into the young school year, we…

Savannah Has No Time 'Fore' Cancer

As a young teenager, Savannah was an accomplished student-athlete who played on her high school’s girls golf team. She had been practicing with the team and…

Back to School Means Getting Back to Sleep

Determining the derivative of y times 23 to the 15th power is tough enough. Figuring it out on just a few hours of sleep could be almost impossible. With a new…

Kamari’s Cochlear Implant Opens New World

For anyone deciding whether to get a cochlear implant, Adrienne Lovette and her son, Kamari, give their resounding support with two simple words: “Do it!”…

Child Safety on Micromobility Devices

Popular micromobility devices such as electronic bikes and scooters, all-terrain vehicles or ATVs, hoverboards and even the childhood favorite, roller skates,…

Ensuring a Safe and Fun Halloween

Fall is in the air, which means that Halloween is just around the corner. This celebration of spooks and hallows is a favorite of all ages. Here are a few…